Laboratory Technician

If you are passionate about Food and Quality, Mars Confectionary Ballarat has the role for you, working as their next professional Laboratory Technician!

You will provide technical support and verification of the food safety program of raw materials, finished goods, in process and environmental samples, through the application of the Global Quality & Food Safety Chocolate Standards. 

The role provides technical guidance in food safety risk assessments, guidance in troubleshooting and recommendations to the business on matters regarding microbiology to achieve and ensure the requirements of the Mars Quality Principle. 

We are open to both Full-Time AND Part-Time applicants.

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Physical collection of raw material samples, in-process samples, hygiene and environment swabbing for analysis
• Conduct microbiological and analytical analysis of raw materials, hygiene, in-process, environmental and finished product according to Mars Global Quality & Food Safety requirements
• Action out of specification results and provide recommendations to the Laboratory Manager
• Maintenance and input into Lab process including consumables, budget input, lab and equipment cleaning
• Provide reports and data upon request of the Laboratory Manager
• Disposition management of finished products
• Awareness and adherence of Laboratory safety and Good Laboratory Practices.

What are we looking for?

• Experience in a similar role working in a laboratory is preferred, but not essential
• Tertiary qualification in Microbiology/relevant science major or Food Technologist/Scientist
• Basic understanding of HACCP and GMP, preferred but not essential 
• Ability to follow standard processes
• Outstanding time management
• Ability to work in a collaborative team and continuously meet business standards

To be successful in this role you will need to be available for weekend work. 

What can you expect from Mars?

• Genuine career progression with a focus on you and your career goals. Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University
• Global health and well-being program to support flexibility and work-life balance
• Opportunity to make a difference with our volunteer and ambassador programs
• Be part of a company that is contributing to making the world a better place today and every day through our sustainable generation plan
• A culture that offers collaboration, leadership and rewards you for the role you play within Mars
• At Mars Wrigley, take pride in your contribution in creating better moments for millions through our brands, to the way we source, make and market our products. 

What we stand for: 

Mars is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.  

About Us: 

Mars is a family-owned business with more than $35 billion in global sales. We have been making products for people (and the pets that people love- we proudly take care of half of the world’s pets through our nutrition, health and services businesses) for more than 100 years. We’re behind some of the best loved brands in the world including MARS®, SNICKERS®, EXTRA®, ECLIPSE®, PEDIGREE®, WHISKAS®, DOLMIO®, UNCLE BEN’S® and MASTERFOODS ® ROYAL CANIN®. We are committed to a sustainable tomorrow through our sustainable in a generation plan that addresses a healthy planet, thriving people and a nourishing wellbeing. Together, our 125,000+ Employees are inspired to take action every day towards the world we want tomorrow